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I am an orthopaedic spine surgical physician assistant. I have chosen this specialty because back problems can be debilitating and effect a patient's quality of life which prevent them from working or enjoying their family or hobbies. My goal is to see the patient as a whole and work with the patient to find a treatment plan that fits their lifestyle and meets their needs. I am very open to integrating alternative medicine and therapies into the patient's plan. Back conditions can be emotionally overwhelming and it takes time to see improvement which can be frustrating. At every visit, I will work with the patient to meet their goals and work together to improve their quality of life using conservative measures and reserve surgery only when necessary.

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